Comparison of the Effect of Observational Learning and Self-Directed Learning in Improving Technical Skills in Nursing Anesthesia Students of Iran: A Quasi-Experimental Study
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Pooya Mohamadali Zade
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Pegah Arman
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Nasrin Shirmohammadi-Khoram
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Ibrahim Kareem Muhammad
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Siavash Sangi
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Mobin Arian
Abstract
Background: The skill of intubation is one of the most important technical skills for anesthesia nurses, as it can be a lifesaver in times of crisis. Learning by observation (a method in which the learner observes the teacher and learns the skill through watching) and self-directed learning (the learner identifies their needs using their creativity, sets goals, and learns the desired skill through trial and error) are effective methods for learning technical skills. This semi-experimental study aimed to compare two methods: observational learning and self-directed learning, in improving technical skills in nurse anesthetists.
Methods: Nurse anesthesia students (n=60) were divided into two groups: Group A (n=30) and Group B (n=30). Group A experienced learning through the self-directed method, while Group B learned through observation and attempted to acquire skills by observing the instructor. All students were then evaluated and scored using the intubation checklist. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS version 16.0 software and presented as mean ± standard deviation (P value<0.05).
Results: The data showed that there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of demographic indicators. According to the results, both observational learning and self-directed learning can improve the learning of intubation skills in students. Self-directed learning led to a greater improvement in intubation scores for students (P value=0.001). But there was no significant difference between the two methods in terms of the need for frequent intubation.
Conclusion: Both observational and self-directed learning methods can be useful in improving students' technical skills, but the use of self-directed methods may be more effective.
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